
Computer Animation & Visual Effects BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Animation & Visual Effects BA (Hons)
Graduating from the NCCA will have you join a 30-year legacy of world-class animation & VFX specialists. Whether you are artistic or technical, this cutting-edge course combines disciplines so you can bring your characters, creatures, and worlds to life.
Why study BA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects at BU?
• Study a degree that will give you the expertise, skills and portfolio to excel in the visual effects, computer animation, and computer games industries
• We consulted with our friends in the industry to ensure...
Graduating from the NCCA will have you join a 30-year legacy of world-class animation & VFX specialists. Whether you are artistic or technical, this cutting-edge course combines disciplines so you can bring your characters, creatures, and worlds to life.<br/><br/><strong>Why study BA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects at BU?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Study a degree that will give you the expertise, skills and portfolio to excel in the visual effects, computer animation, and computer games industries <br/><br/><br/><br/>• We consulted with our friends in the industry to ensure this degree replicates the latest industry practices to match the professional tech and facilities you’ll be taught in. We can’t wait to see you develop the skills to conceptualise, storyboard, and design your original ideas.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Make invaluable contacts through regular industry guest speakers, many of whom are alumni. You’ll also be invited to one of the UK’s largest visual effects, computer animation, and games festivals – The BFX Festival.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Tailor your studies with option units in the second and final years to develop your skills in 3D animation, visual effects, and technical arts – or work across specialisms reflecting a range of industry practices <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work on projects that simulate real-world challenges and scenarios; youll benefit from supportive tutors who provide tailored and personal reviews of your work <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access specialist facilities including a green screen and motion capture studio, as well as animation labs equipped with industry-standard software.<br/><br/><br/><br/>We offer a January intake for this course, which is specifically designed for international students, offering a unique opportunity to seamlessly join our main course while receiving tailored support to prepare you for your second year. For more information and to apply, please visit the course page on our website.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W616
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
128
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent.
Scottish Higher
112 - 128 tariff points from Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
112 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
32
30 - 32 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
112 tariff points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
112 tariff points
Scottish Advanced Higher
112 - 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
A level
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent.
T Level
M
120 UCAS tariff points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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